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NewsTYPO3 - get.content.righthttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssMon, 14 Jan 2019 15:55:16 -0500FOURTH GRADERS LEARN ABOUT NEW YORK'S NATIVE NATIONS AND APPLY THEIR KNOWLEDGE http://www.minisink.com/index.php?id=312&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=5414&cHash=c8b4b0ee7d7b31252cfadea03f2022c0
Today was a big day for Mrs. Connors and Mrs. Carr’s fourth graders. Or, as student Matthew Allen plainly put it, “We got to explain what we did so it didn’t get wasted.”

Minisink Valley students in grades K-2 came to watch their fourth grader counterparts present on the communities and way of life of Native American Nations of upstate New York, in the 16-17 centuries.

Using an impressive range of materials, students imagined and crafted village models for the Haudenosaunee ("People of the Longhouse”), named Iroquois by the French, and also known as Five Nations. The students prepared notes on index cards to help them through their presentations to the younger classes.

“I was a bit nervous, worried that my village might not be good enough, but now I feel good about it,” said fourth-grader Jack Kupercus. “I had a lot of customers,” he added, referring to his visitors.

Jack had nothing to worry about. His village was as thoughtful and creative as any, and he was exceptionally knowledgeable and articulate in his explanation of his project. He also had this appreciation for the People of the Longhouse: “They were brave, strong and courageous.”

Ava Sasco was ready to answer questions that weren't even part of her supporting notes, like the family structure of the Native Nations. “The women farmed and took care of the children. The men went hunting and taught the boys to hunt too,” Ava said without hesitation.

Anthony Marasco was equally impressed with the Native Nations’ resourceful ways. “They made all their stuff, people didn’t make it for them,” he said.

After their visitors parted and they put away their villages, students in Mrs. Carr’s class could be heard saying, “This was a lot of fun!” “Yes, this was cool!”

Mrs. Connors asked her students how they felt about their presentations. They offered one-word answers: Confident. Surprised. Excited. “Nervous because you don’t get to present every day,” one student noted. “I felt like I was presenting to the news,” another added. “But how do you feel now?” Mrs. Connors insisted. Good, proud, they said—with good reason!]]> Today was a big day for Mrs. Connors and Mrs. Carr’s fourth graders. Or, as student Matthew Allen plainly put it, “We got to explain what we did so it didn’t get wasted.”

Minisink Valley students in grades K-2 came to watch their fourth grader counterparts present on the communities and way of life of Native American Nations of upstate New York, in the 16-17 centuries.

Using an impressive range of materials, students imagined and crafted village models for the Haudenosaunee ("People of the Longhouse”), named Iroquois by the French, and also known as Five Nations. The students prepared notes on index cards to help them through their presentations to the younger classes.

“I was a bit nervous, worried that my village might not be good enough, but now I feel good about it,” said fourth-grader Jack Kupercus. “I had a lot of customers,” he added, referring to his visitors.

Jack had nothing to worry about. His village was as thoughtful and creative as any, and he was exceptionally knowledgeable and articulate in his explanation of his project. He also had this appreciation for the People of the Longhouse: “They were brave, strong and courageous.”

Ava Sasco was ready to answer questions that weren't even part of her supporting notes, like the family structure of the Native Nations. “The women farmed and took care of the children. The men went hunting and taught the boys to hunt too,” Ava said without hesitation.

Anthony Marasco was equally impressed with the Native Nations’ resourceful ways. “They made all their stuff, people didn’t make it for them,” he said.

After their visitors parted and they put away their villages, students in Mrs. Carr’s class could be heard saying, “This was a lot of fun!” “Yes, this was cool!”

Mrs. Connors asked her students how they felt about their presentations. They offered one-word answers: Confident. Surprised. Excited. “Nervous because you don’t get to present every day,” one student noted. “I felt like I was presenting to the news,” another added. “But how do you feel now?” Mrs. Connors insisted. Good, proud, they said—with good reason!]]>IntermediateMinisink ElementaryMon, 14 Jan 2019 15:55:16 -0500MVIS FIFTH GRADE BAND CONCERT: TUESDAY, JAN. 15, 7PMhttp://www.minisink.com/index.php?id=312&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=5410&cHash=e0abb9969403987092e2e740cdc99f46
After months of hard work and anticipation, show time is finally here for MVIS’s Fifth Grade Band. Their first public performance, and chance to show off their new instruments and skills, is Tuesday, Jan. 15, at 7 p.m.

Under the direction of Andrew Hulle, the evening's program will feature selections as a large ensemble and small group performances by section.

Please come out to enjoy the entertainment and to cheer our students’ efforts and musical talent.

]]> After months of hard work and anticipation, show time is finally here for MVIS’s Fifth Grade Band. Their first public performance, and chance to show off their new instruments and skills, is Tuesday, Jan. 15, at 7 p.m.

Under the direction of Andrew Hulle, the evening's program will feature selections as a large ensemble and small group performances by section.

Please come out to enjoy the entertainment and to cheer our students’ efforts and musical talent.

]]>IntermediateDistrictMon, 14 Jan 2019 14:02:00 -0500MYSTERY READERS SHARE FAVORITE CHILDREN'S BOOKShttp://www.minisink.com/index.php?id=312&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=5403&cHash=5e23aad335a6c383f3b79f672fa75637
Third graders love mysteries. And surprises! So when December was declared “mystery reader month” in Cecilia Kosowicz's third grade class, students started each morning with a guessing game.

“Once the mystery reader's identity was revealed, the kids would smile from ear to ear,” Mrs. Kosowicz’s said.

They had good reason to smile for all their readers were friendly, familiar faces: Mr. Murphy, school security, art teacher Ms. Caporlingua, music teacher Mr. Fisher, elementary school teacher Mrs. Paglia, a few family members—and Principal Paul Dombal who closed the series with Dr. Seuss’s “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.”

Following each reading, students wrote their readers a thank-you note for their time and the warm memories they left them behind.]]> Third graders love mysteries. And surprises! So when December was declared “mystery reader month” in Cecilia Kosowicz's third grade class, students started each morning with a guessing game.

“Once the mystery reader's identity was revealed, the kids would smile from ear to ear,” Mrs. Kosowicz’s said.

They had good reason to smile for all their readers were friendly, familiar faces: Mr. Murphy, school security, art teacher Ms. Caporlingua, music teacher Mr. Fisher, elementary school teacher Mrs. Paglia, a few family members—and Principal Paul Dombal who closed the series with Dr. Seuss’s “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.”

Following each reading, students wrote their readers a thank-you note for their time and the warm memories they left them behind.]]>IntermediateWed, 26 Dec 2018 14:23:32 -0500INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL HOLIDAY CHORUS CONCERT: TUESDAY, DEC. 11, 7 PMhttp://www.minisink.com/index.php?id=312&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=5367&cHash=45ef10fd7dbfcac0cbb1e567a9e54a05
Get into the spirit of the season with a magical evening of choral holiday music on Tuesday, Dec. 11, in the MVIS auditorium, starting at 7pm.

Involving students in grades 3-5, under the direction of music/chorus teacher Andrew Fisher, the program's timeless selections will have you tapping and swinging in your seat.

Our youngest singers are eager to entertain you and counting on you. “I’m excited about the chorus concert because of all of the people that will be there to support me and the chorus, and I’m excited to sing for everybody,” said Callie Hitt, a member of the fourth grade chorus.

All are welcome! Bring the family! ]]> Get into the spirit of the season with a magical evening of choral holiday music on Tuesday, Dec. 11, in the MVIS auditorium, starting at 7pm.

Involving students in grades 3-5, under the direction of music/chorus teacher Andrew Fisher, the program's timeless selections will have you tapping and swinging in your seat.

Our youngest singers are eager to entertain you and counting on you. “I’m excited about the chorus concert because of all of the people that will be there to support me and the chorus, and I’m excited to sing for everybody,” said Callie Hitt, a member of the fourth grade chorus.

MVIS K-Kids collected 70 pairs of socks, 32 hats, and 28 pairs of gloves for individuals and families who come in from the cold at the Middletown Warming Station run by the Greater Middletown Interfaith Council at St. Paul's United Methodist Church.

Warming donations collected by the students will be paired with others contributed by Holy Cross Catholic Church. The Warming Station at St. Paul’s will shelter up to 30 individuals per night between now and April 15.]]> As the winter presses on, warming stations are a much needed, lifesaving resource for many.

MVIS K-Kids collected 70 pairs of socks, 32 hats, and 28 pairs of gloves for individuals and families who come in from the cold at the Middletown Warming Station run by the Greater Middletown Interfaith Council at St. Paul's United Methodist Church.

Warming donations collected by the students will be paired with others contributed by Holy Cross Catholic Church. The Warming Station at St. Paul’s will shelter up to 30 individuals per night between now and April 15.]]>IntermediateDistrictWed, 05 Dec 2018 15:26:41 -0500MINISINK VALLEY KIWANIS K-KIDS INDUCTS 20 NEW MEMBERShttp://www.minisink.com/index.php?id=312&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=5361&cHash=c3fc0ae681c0c7e4e7f40206b4f9ba2d
Twenty students at the Intermediate School were inducted into Minisink Valley’s Kiwanis K-Kids Club during an early morning ceremony on November 14.

Under the leadership of advisors Mary Jo Wagner and Dede DeAngelis, officers were sworn in and every member was presented with a K-Kid pin and membership certificate. Families, faculty and staff, six members of Minisink Valley Kiwanis, Superintendent Brian C. Monahan, Principal Paul Dombal, and Assistant Principal Deborah Gallant, were there to applaud and support the new officers and inductees. A reception followed, courtesy of the students’ families.

K-Kids is a worldwide organization of more than 36,000 children. Members learn responsibility and leadership skills through community service projects.

Congratulations to our K-Kids and a round of thanks to everyone who helped make this a special and memorable time for our students.]]> Twenty students at the Intermediate School were inducted into Minisink Valley’s Kiwanis K-Kids Club during an early morning ceremony on November 14.

Under the leadership of advisors Mary Jo Wagner and Dede DeAngelis, officers were sworn in and every member was presented with a K-Kid pin and membership certificate. Families, faculty and staff, six members of Minisink Valley Kiwanis, Superintendent Brian C. Monahan, Principal Paul Dombal, and Assistant Principal Deborah Gallant, were there to applaud and support the new officers and inductees. A reception followed, courtesy of the students’ families.

K-Kids is a worldwide organization of more than 36,000 children. Members learn responsibility and leadership skills through community service projects.

Congratulations to our K-Kids and a round of thanks to everyone who helped make this a special and memorable time for our students.]]>IntermediateDistrictWed, 05 Dec 2018 15:03:00 -0500INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL FIFTH-GRADERS CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING WITH 21ST ANNUAL THANKSGIVING LUNCHEONhttp://www.minisink.com/index.php?id=312&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=5342&cHash=ade8118d47839f0ae2b9e7f313250972
It's a feast fit for fifth-graders! Today, Nov. 20, the Intermediate School's fifth-grade held its 21st annual Thanksgiving luncheon!
Thank you to ALL the teachers, volunteers, parents and students who brought in all the fixings and related needs for a traditional Thanksgiving meal, including seven....count 'em seven.... jumbo sized turkeys, and three hams!
Take a look at all these happy faces who spent the last part of the school day filling up on all this delicious food, with some classes showing a movie to enhance the dining experience!
Most importantly, the message of friendship and family was emphasized over the sharing of a meal, which is what all of us will be doing on Thanksgiving.
Visit the district's Facebook page to see more photos: Minisink Valley Central School District]]> It's a feast fit for fifth-graders! Today, Nov. 20, the Intermediate School's fifth-grade held its 21st annual Thanksgiving luncheon!
Thank you to ALL the teachers, volunteers, parents and students who brought in all the fixings and related needs for a traditional Thanksgiving meal, including seven....count 'em seven.... jumbo sized turkeys, and three hams!
Take a look at all these happy faces who spent the last part of the school day filling up on all this delicious food, with some classes showing a movie to enhance the dining experience!
Most importantly, the message of friendship and family was emphasized over the sharing of a meal, which is what all of us will be doing on Thanksgiving.
Visit the district's Facebook page to see more photos: Minisink Valley Central School District]]>IntermediateDistrictTue, 20 Nov 2018 15:37:15 -0500MVIS DRAMA INFORMATIONhttp://www.minisink.com/index.php?id=312&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=5328&cHash=761e9d4b7e1d8756fa1c9172ceaedbe4
here for all your MVIS Drama Club information for the Cinderella Kids production. ]]>here for all your MVIS Drama Club information for the Cinderella Kids production. ]]>IntermediateWed, 14 Nov 2018 10:13:18 -0500DONATE TO OUR SCHOOL'S THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVEhttp://www.minisink.com/index.php?id=312&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=5312&cHash=452b8cd311c3db31a1f36e0d8f1b6c11
All five Minisink Valley schools invite you to share your bounty this holiday season with less fortunate families in our midst.
WHY IT MATTERS:

1-in-5 children in America may not know where they will get their next meal.

20 percent of Minisink students experience some form of food insecurity.

Let’s pull together to help Minisink Cares and make sure all Minisink families are provided for this holiday season. Here's how you can help:

Donate non-perishable foods (see list below for suggestions)

Drop off by Thanksgiving on table across from the entrance to the MVIS auditorium

Coordinator: Mrs. D’Angelo

Suggested Donations of Non-perishable Foods

Breakfast cereal / oatmeal

Pasta

Tomato sauce

Rice

Mash potato mix

Proteins (tuna, chicken, ham)

Soup

Entrees (beef stew, ravioli)

Fruit in Juice

100% Juice

IMPORTANT
— Home-canned, expired or unlabeled food items cannot be distributed.
RECYCLE!
— Drop off some extra bags (with handles) to help with food distribution.
Monetary Gifts
— If you would like to make a monetary donation, please make checks payable to Minisink Cares, and mail to Minisink Cares, PO Box 515, Slate Hill 1973.
Backpack Food Program
—Find out how you can help reduce food insecurity for our students by participating the year-round Backpack Food Program.
THANK YOU!
]]> All five Minisink Valley schools invite you to share your bounty this holiday season with less fortunate families in our midst.
WHY IT MATTERS:

1-in-5 children in America may not know where they will get their next meal.

20 percent of Minisink students experience some form of food insecurity.

Let’s pull together to help Minisink Cares and make sure all Minisink families are provided for this holiday season. Here's how you can help:

Donate non-perishable foods (see list below for suggestions)

Drop off by Thanksgiving on table across from the entrance to the MVIS auditorium

Coordinator: Mrs. D’Angelo

Suggested Donations of Non-perishable Foods

Breakfast cereal / oatmeal

Pasta

Tomato sauce

Rice

Mash potato mix

Proteins (tuna, chicken, ham)

Soup

Entrees (beef stew, ravioli)

Fruit in Juice

100% Juice

IMPORTANT
— Home-canned, expired or unlabeled food items cannot be distributed.
RECYCLE!
— Drop off some extra bags (with handles) to help with food distribution.
Monetary Gifts
— If you would like to make a monetary donation, please make checks payable to Minisink Cares, and mail to Minisink Cares, PO Box 515, Slate Hill 1973.
Backpack Food Program
—Find out how you can help reduce food insecurity for our students by participating the year-round Backpack Food Program.
THANK YOU!
]]>IntermediateTue, 13 Nov 2018 08:13:00 -0500DEADLINE FOR CLAIMING LOST AND FOUND ITEMS IS NOV. 20 http://www.minisink.com/index.php?id=312&tx_ttnews%5Btt_news%5D=5320&cHash=19c1556b0395ae5f22b8631f3f8ab228
Intermediate and elementary school parents: Do you recognize any of these items?
If your child is missing a jacket, hoodie, hat or something different, please be sure to have him or her check the lost and found table, located by the elementary/intermediate greeter’s desk. All items will be donated at the end of the day on Tuesday, Nov. 20.]]> Intermediate and elementary school parents: Do you recognize any of these items?
If your child is missing a jacket, hoodie, hat or something different, please be sure to have him or her check the lost and found table, located by the elementary/intermediate greeter’s desk. All items will be donated at the end of the day on Tuesday, Nov. 20.]]>IntermediateMinisink ElementaryTue, 13 Nov 2018 08:09:00 -0500